Archive · 21 Jun 2025
Colab Platforms Announces Esports Venture in India
Imagine a company, Colab, is building a special online place for people in India to play video games competitively.
This place will be designed for everyone, from beginners to pros.
They're starting with a popular game called Counter-Strike 2, but plan to add more games later.
Esports, which is competitive gaming, is becoming a huge deal worldwide.
Colab also wants to help find and support the best gamers in India, helping them compete globally.
They're investing in new ideas and technology to make this happen.
Colab Platforms Limited is entering the esports market in India.
The company aims to build a player-first competitive gaming platform.
The platform will feature low-entry, high-frequency competitive formats, creator-led tournaments, and proprietary game servers.
Esports in India is expected to contribute over Rs. 1100 crore to the economy by 2025.
Colab launched a Rs. 250 million accelerator program for sports-tech innovation.
- Who
- Colab Platforms Limited
- What
- Colab Platforms Limited is launching an esports platform in India.
- When
- The announcement was made on June 21st.
- Where
- India
- Why
- To build a competitive gaming ecosystem and capitalize on the growing esports market.
Colab Platforms' Vision
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Esports Ecosystem
Colab Platforms' Vision
Building a rewarding competitive gaming ecosystem.
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- Company
- Colab Platforms Limited
- Market Entered
- Esports
- Platform Focus
- Player-first competitive gaming
- Initial Game
- Counter-Strike 2
- Accelerator Program
- Rs. 250 million
- Esports Economic Contribution (2025)
- Rs. 1100+ crore
- 2024-25 Total Revenue
- Rs. 70.05 crores